We’re seeking a talented and experienced Lead Software Engineer to join our client’s team, which builds wellness plan financing solutions for veterinary clinics.
Project: A veterinary wellness plans platform that allows clinics to offer subscription-style care plans to pet owners. The system manages plans, payments, clinic workflows, and customer interactions, helping reduce financial barriers to pet healthcare and improve clinic cash flow.
As a Lead Software Engineer, you’ll work on the client’s web platform while providing technical leadership for the engineering team. You’ll drive the development of new wellness plan features, improve the overall user experience, and help operate a platform relied on daily by clinics and pet owners.
Experience / Skills required:
Must have:
8+ years of professional software engineering experience, including leading engineers or small teamsHands-on experience with JavaScript and TypeScript in production environmentsStrong proficiency with the tech stack: ReactJS, NodeJS, Tailwind, PostgreSQL, and AWSProven ability to design, code, and test scalable full-stack web applications, from database to UIExperience owning technical decisions and leading architectural discussions (systems design, performance, scalability, UX)Ability to mentor engineers, conduct code reviews, and raise overall code qualityStrong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersSelf-motivated team player who takes initiative, drives execution, and balances hands-on development with team leadershipAdvanced English (daily communication with U.S.-based stakeholders)
Responsibilities:
Lead a small cross-functional engineering team while remaining hands-on in day-to-day developmentDesign, build, and maintain backend and frontend features of the core platformOwn features end-to-end: requirements clarification, technical design, implementation, testing, and deploymentParticipate in and drive architectural decisions, continuously improving performance, scalability, and reliabilityCollaborate directly with U.S.-based engineers, product managers, and leadership as a technical point of contactProvide technical leadership through code reviews, design discussions, and mentorshipEnsure delivery of clean, maintainable, well-tested code and healthy engineering practices
We offer:
Competitive salaryMedical Insurance after 3 months probation period (can be used in Ukraine)Vacation (up to 20 working days)Paid sick leaves (10 working days)National Holidays as paid time off (11 days)Online English coursesAccountant assistance and legal supportFlexible working schedule — remote, office-based, or hybrid formatFully-equipped perfect office space located in the city center (ready for work in blackouts)Direct cooperation with the customerDynamic environment with low level of bureaucracy and great team spiritChallenging projects in diverse business domains and a variety of tech stacksCommunication with Top/Senior level specialists to strengthen your hard skillsOnline/offline teambuildingsVolunteering culture development and support
